"The presence of an arbitration clause in the retirement deed does not provide a safe harbour for criminal acts. It is settled principle that where
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"Unless that jurisdictional fact is established in accordance with law, it cannot be held that the rent stood enhanced beyond Rs.3,500/- per month so as
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"Restoration of possession in this case cannot be allowed by exercising inherent power when alternative remedy is available." Calcutta High Court, in a recent ruling,
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Delhi High Court, in a significant ruling dated October 12, 2026, held that an erstwhile landlord who absolutely alienates tenanted property through a registered sale
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"An appellate court, however, must bear in mind that in case of acquittal, there is double presumption in favour of the accused. Firstly, the presumption of innocence
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"Fit-out possession or paper possession does not discharge the contractual obligation of the builder to hand over complete and lawful possession of a residential unit
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"It is a classic case where a Police Sub Inspector has exploited his official position and weaponized Police machinery at his command, to advance the Developer’s
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"We are unable to comprehend, nor has the learned Special Counsel for the ED been able to explain, how official bank transaction(s) between a Bank and
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"The JJB should not make simple return to leave the CCL to the police and to place CCL at the discretion of the police to decide where to place
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Allahabad High Court, in a significant ruling, held that the State Government cannot bypass a final judicial pronouncement by re-agitating grounds of challenge that were
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"The suit is upon dishonoured cheques, the liability of which is statutory, under Sections 30 and 37 of the Negotiable Instruments Act; suit is not on the
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"Since the income proof is not produced, the notional income is to be taken into consideration. The notional income fixed for the year 2020 is
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"Superficial accusations levelled against the petitioner are not sufficient to bring home the offence of matrimonial cruelty attributed against him." Kerala High Court, in a ruling
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"The appellant is entitled to a lenient view, and that the sentence already undergone in the present case, is adequate to meet the ends of
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"The appellate court may only overrule or otherwise disturb the trial court’s acquittal if it has 'very substantial and compelling reasons' for doing so." Telangana
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"The jurisdiction of this Court under Article 226 of the Constitution of India is not to act as a second appellate authority over the transfer orders passed
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"Once the Financial Commissioner opined that the Commissioner interfered in the order passed by the Collector recognizing hereditary claim... there was no reason for the Financial Commissioner
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"In the given factual backdrop, it is difficult to reach the conclusion that the appellants were guilty of wilful violation, deliberate disobedience, or intentional non-compliance
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Madras High Court, in a significant ruling dated August 21, 2026, held that under the Repatriation of Prisoners Act, 2003 and bilateral transfer treaties, the
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"The provisions of Section 100 of the Act would also include the entitlement of the Government to use the patent or invention for manufacturing the
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"If the appellants are not permitted to assail such finding in the appellate proceedings, the same shall come in their way, if an independent proceeding is
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"The power of the constitutional Courts to exercise judicial review, though deferential in election matters, cannot be said to be wholly negated when the discharge of
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"Thus, for applicability of Section 3(2)(va) of SC & ST Act, the offence committed must be the one specified in the Schedule. Offences punishable under Sections 420
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Supreme Court held that an accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 is entitled to regular bail where he has undergone nearly
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"The circumstances of the case including the nature of the offence and the character of the offender should be the reigning factor in deciding as
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"The grant of Samman Nidhi discharges an obligation of gratitude that has its source in the Constitution itself. That obligation is one of recognition, not compensation.
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"Considering the circumstances on record, in our view, the appellants are entitled to the relief claimed under Section 482 of the BNSS." Supreme Court, in an
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"While party autonomy is the heart and soul of arbitration law, the question whether a party is bound to proceed for arbitration before the forum where the
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"The absence of an appeal by the accused-respondent does not, by itself, denude this Court of its appellate jurisdiction. In exercise of powers under Section
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"Section 161 CrPC statements, obviously, cannot be relied on at the trial, but definitely could be gone into at the time of cognizance, since that
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"If the final electoral roll prepared by the Election Commission of India upon completion of the SIR is published before the date of notification of
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"If the ground on which reassessment is found to be initiated is untenable, then there is no question of any other ground coming forth in
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"Times without number, this Court and several High Courts have on the constitution of the Arbitral Tribunal, even allowed orders made under Section 9, to
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"The safety and dignity of the medical professional are consequently not matters of personal privilege. They are the safeguards which serve the larger public interest
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"However, what is expected of the Authorities insofar as effective implementation of recovery of fine etc. is concerned is to freeze the online services
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"In the circumstances, we find that the ends of justice would be met if we reserve liberty to the petitioners herein... to seek clubbing of
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"Suffice it to state that the appellant has undergone incarceration for more than two years and we have been informed that only 07 out
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"Reference to the subject matter being in a mixed residential zone, either in fact or in law, cannot be treated as effacing the effect of
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"The act of demanding a bribe is a pure criminal act, not connected with official functions and not relatable to or having any linkage with
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"Insofar as the present case is concerned, the maximum punishment that could be imposed if at all the appellant is convicted of the charges is
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"The presence of an arbitration clause in the retirement deed does not provide a safe harbour for criminal acts. It is settled principle that where
read more
"Unless that jurisdictional fact is established in accordance with law, it cannot be held that the rent stood enhanced beyond Rs.3,500/- per month so as
read more
"Restoration of possession in this case cannot be allowed by exercising inherent power when alternative remedy is available." Calcutta High Court, in a recent ruling,
read more
Delhi High Court, in a significant ruling dated October 12, 2026, held that an erstwhile landlord who absolutely alienates tenanted property through a registered sale
read more
"An appellate court, however, must bear in mind that in case of acquittal, there is double presumption in favour of the accused. Firstly, the presumption of innocence
read more
"It is a classic case where a Police Sub Inspector has exploited his official position and weaponized Police machinery at his command, to advance the Developer’s
read more
"We are unable to comprehend, nor has the learned Special Counsel for the ED been able to explain, how official bank transaction(s) between a Bank and
read more
"The JJB should not make simple return to leave the CCL to the police and to place CCL at the discretion of the police to decide where to place
read more
Allahabad High Court, in a significant ruling, held that the State Government cannot bypass a final judicial pronouncement by re-agitating grounds of challenge that were
read more
"The suit is upon dishonoured cheques, the liability of which is statutory, under Sections 30 and 37 of the Negotiable Instruments Act; suit is not on the
read more
"Since the income proof is not produced, the notional income is to be taken into consideration. The notional income fixed for the year 2020 is
read more
"Superficial accusations levelled against the petitioner are not sufficient to bring home the offence of matrimonial cruelty attributed against him." Kerala High Court, in a ruling
read more
"The appellant is entitled to a lenient view, and that the sentence already undergone in the present case, is adequate to meet the ends of
read more
"The appellate court may only overrule or otherwise disturb the trial court’s acquittal if it has 'very substantial and compelling reasons' for doing so." Telangana
read more
"The jurisdiction of this Court under Article 226 of the Constitution of India is not to act as a second appellate authority over the transfer orders passed
read more
"Once the Financial Commissioner opined that the Commissioner interfered in the order passed by the Collector recognizing hereditary claim... there was no reason for the Financial Commissioner
read more
"In the given factual backdrop, it is difficult to reach the conclusion that the appellants were guilty of wilful violation, deliberate disobedience, or intentional non-compliance
read more
Madras High Court, in a significant ruling dated August 21, 2026, held that under the Repatriation of Prisoners Act, 2003 and bilateral transfer treaties, the
read more
"The provisions of Section 100 of the Act would also include the entitlement of the Government to use the patent or invention for manufacturing the
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"Though the registration carries presumption that every official acts are done properly, mere registration of the will will not dispense the proof and validity of
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Repeal of 135-Year-Old Law: Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026 Mandates Technology-Neutral Proof for Digital Banking Records
The Indian legal
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The Juvenile Justice system in India has evolved significantly over the years, reflecting the changing societal values and international commitments towards the rights of children. The Juvenile
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Cross-examination is a critical component of the adversarial legal system, particularly in India, where it serves as a powerful tool for truth discovery. The process allows the
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In the Indian legal system, judgments play a crucial role in shaping jurisprudence and guiding future cases. These judgments can be classified into two primary categories: reportable and non-reportable.
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The introduction of "The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023", "The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023", and "The Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023" marks a significant milestone in the Indian legal framework,
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